{"id":624,"date":"2024-12-02T16:09:00","date_gmt":"2024-12-02T17:09:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.movievoters.com\/?p=624"},"modified":"2025-04-16T15:22:43","modified_gmt":"2025-04-16T15:22:43","slug":"kotos-refresh-for-workday-brings-optimism-to-enterprise-software","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.movievoters.com\/index.php\/2024\/12\/02\/kotos-refresh-for-workday-brings-optimism-to-enterprise-software\/","title":{"rendered":"Koto\u2019s Refresh for Workday Brings Optimism to Enterprise Software"},"content":{"rendered":"

When you think of enterprise software, \u201cwarmth\u201d and \u201chumanity\u201d might not be the first words that come to mind \u2014 but Workday<\/a> is on a mission to change that. Thanks to a partnership with creative studio Koto<\/a>, Workday\u2019s refreshed identity doesn\u2019t just keep pace in the AI-driven future of business, it leads with a distinctly human touch.<\/p>\n

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At the heart of this rebrand is the idea of inspiring brighter workdays for everyone. Workday has always been about people, whether it\u2019s revolutionizing how organizations handle HR, finance, or business planning. And now, with a design system that blends optimism, rigor, and a little bit of joy, that philosophy shines through in every detail.<\/p>\n

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Take the logo, it\u2019s an evolution of Workday\u2019s \u2018Horizon\u2019\u2014a nod to new beginnings\u2014refined with custom letterforms that are both confident and approachable. There\u2019s even a shorthand version called The Dub (yes, it\u2019s as versatile and fun as it sounds). The color palette\u2019s energizing yellows paired with calming blues, symbolize the rhythm of a workday, with vibrant gradients adding depth across digital and print.<\/p>\n

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A custom Workday Sans typeface is in the works to ensure clarity and sophistication across all communications. And the motion design? Seamless and intuitive, it mirrors the natural flow of time and reinforces Workday\u2019s message of progress and transparency.<\/p>\n

But what really ties it all together is the brand\u2019s visual personality. The photography feels natural, aspirational, and authentic, with subtle movements that reflect progress\u2014whether it\u2019s a forward glance or a task in motion. It\u2019s all about balancing big-picture vision with the everyday moments that make work meaningful.<\/p>\n

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Working with the Workday team was about more than just building a brand\u2014it was about capturing the heart of their culture and sharing it with the world.\u201d<\/p>\n

Caroline Fox, Koto creative director<\/cite><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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\u201cOver the past year, we became a true extension of their team, collaborating across brand and digital to ensure every detail felt authentic and resonated with HR and Finance audiences,\u201d Caroline Fox, Koto\u2019s creative director said. \u201cWe\u2019re proud of what we\u2019ve created together and grateful for the trust they placed in us to bring this vision to life.\u201d<\/p>\n

For me, this rebrand is proof that even in the world of B2B software, design has the power to connect on a deeply personal level. Workday\u2019s updated identity doesn\u2019t just reflect a brighter future for work\u2014it makes you believe it\u2019s already here.<\/p>\n

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The post Koto\u2019s Refresh for Workday Brings Optimism to Enterprise Software<\/a> appeared first on PRINT Magazine<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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